About this opportunity
UAB Medicine lists this Physician - Neurology for Neurohospitalist position opportunity in birmingham, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Department: Neurology trained, Required Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neurology.
Schedule: 7on/7off, Onsite and Call Required for Weekdays and Weekends during shift
Practice Environment: Access to MRI and advanced Imaging, EEG and neurodiagnostics. Provides coverage for stroke in ED. Collaboration with medical staff.
Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East
Benefits:
Benefits include medical, dental and vision packages for eligible associates. Supplemental insurance and retirement contribution options also available.
Position Overview
Department: Neurology trained, Required Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neurology.
Schedule: 7on/7off, Onsite and Call Required for Weekdays and Weekends during shift
Practice Environment: Access to MRI and advanced Imaging, EEG and neurodiagnostics. Provides coverage for stroke in ED. Collaboration with medical staff.
Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's East
Benefits:
Benefits include medical, dental and vision packages for eligible associates. Supplemental insurance and retirement contribution options also available.
Responsibilities
Job Description
Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.
Qualifications
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Licensed Graduate Doctoral Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
Why Work at UAB Medicine
We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS‑verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.
UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knitted environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.
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Worksite address
birmingham, AL, 35275, US
Who can apply
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